Description
Crunchy, flavorful, and healthy Crispy Roasted Chickpeas – a perfect snack or salad topping, ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional: pinch of cayenne for heat
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Drain and rinse chickpeas thoroughly, then pat dry with a clean towel.
3. In a bowl, toss chickpeas with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and optional cayenne.
4. Spread chickpeas evenly on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
5. Roast for 25–30 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
6. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Try different spice blends: curry powder, chili lime, or taco seasoning.
For extra crunch, bake 5 more minutes if needed.
Sweet version: toss with cinnamon and a touch of maple syrup.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg